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Topic 2: Statics II - Applications

SAMPLE EXAMINATION

1.) In the structure shown below, members ABC , BDE and CD are assumed to be solid rigid members. The structure is pinned at A and supported by a roller at E. For this structure:

A. Draw a Free Body Diagram showing all support forces and loads.

B. Determine the value of all the support forces acting on the structure.

C. Determine the force (tension or compression) in member CD.
Unless otherwise indicated, all joints and support points are assumed to be pinned or hinged joints.

For answers to Problem 1 select Solution-Exam Problem 1

2.) The structure shown below is a truss which is pinned to the floor at point A and supported by a roller at point H. For this structure:

A. Draw a Free Body Diagram showing all support forces and loads.

B. Determine the value of all the support forces acting on the structure.

C. Determine the force in member DG by method of sections.
Unless otherwise indicated, all joints and support points are assumed to be pinned or hinged joints.

For answers to Problem 2 select Solution-Exam Problem 2